Solar Plant - basic energy production
The solar plant is one of the most important infrastructure buildings at the beginning of the game. It is responsible for producing the energy required to operate the metal mine, crystal mine and deuterium synthesizer. Without sufficient power supply, planet development quickly slows down, which is why the solar plant should be upgraded continuously together with your economy.
How does the solar plant work?
The solar plant produces energy every hour and powers all buildings on the planet that require it. Each new level increases the amount of available energy, allowing you to expand mines and other infrastructure without losing efficiency. It is the basic and most accessible energy source in the early stage of the game.
Why is it worth upgrading the solar plant?
- it provides the energy required for all mines,
- it allows you to maintain full resource production efficiency,
- it is essential for stable planet development,
- at the beginning of the game it is the cheapest and easiest source of energy.
When should you upgrade the solar plant?
The solar plant should be upgraded whenever energy demand starts getting close to your current production. If your mines stop working at 100% efficiency, it means the planet needs additional power. In practice, the solar plant should grow alongside the metal mine, crystal mine and deuterium synthesizer.
Solar plant production table
The table below shows the base energy production per hour for the next building levels, without bonuses and without events.
| Level | Energy / h |
|---|---|
| 1 | 20 |
| 2 | 41 |
| 3 | 66 |
| 4 | 94 |
| 5 | 125 |
| 6 | 159 |
| 7 | 196 |
| 8 | 238 |
| 9 | 283 |
| 10 | 332 |
FAQ - solar plant
Is the solar plant important at the beginning of the game?
Yes. It is one of the most important energy sources early on, and without it mines will not operate at full efficiency.
What happens if there is not enough energy?
If the planet produces too little energy, mines and part of the infrastructure will operate less efficiently. This will directly slow down resource production and overall account development.
Do you upgrade the solar plant throughout the whole game?
It is most important in the early and mid game. Later on, some players support energy production with other sources, but the solar plant still remains an important part of a stable economy.